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I have used the HQ machines as well as APQS. (used to sell each at one time or another) No experience with the Crown Jewel. The HQ model that I demonstrated was less stable (vibrated more).

Absolutely love the customer service at APQS. This was one of the most important factors when I purchased my own machine(s) last year.

When you are shopping/considering the different makes and models, be sure to compare apples to apples. i.e. table length, throat space, options such as channel locks, automatic fabric advance, warrantee, etc. If buying a used machine, I wouldn't hesitate if it were an APQS as they are so well built to begin with. One of mine is a second hand machine and runs like a charm.

Good luck. You will enjoy most any machine you choose to buy.

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I had an HQ16 for 5 years and got along great. Sold it to another gal who is still using it. I was ready to upgrade to a machine with a larger throat space and since APQS is only 60 miles from me, I went with the Millie. HQ are made in Utah. Their newer models with larger throat space look very nice. I've seen some pros on TV using them.

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Thank you so much Linda, Libby, Laura, Lucy, Kristina!

Great information, and it is such a hard decision for me. I love to quilt and seem to 'stradle the line' on ... jump in with both feet OR dabble dabble dabble with a lower priced set up and see if I like it enough to then cannonball into the deep end of the pool.

I have always (except this issue) felt that the more competent machine, the greater joy & success I would have with sewing.

I think the amount of space, and the daunting cost really make me more cautious with this subject. AND the fact there is only a very small HQ within a short distance to where I live.

The folks that have the 'big dog' machines are more than an hour each way from where I live.

Too funny, in this age of 'high speed everything' it used to take months and months to get things done or go somewhere, now... I am into the fastest something or other so I can get 'there' .... well quite frankly... faster!

I really appreciate all your input and realize this is a process I am working through right now and the perfect solution, I know WILL present itself to me and in the right time.

Thank you Thank you!!

Melinda

'Armless' at the moment :P

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If you are still looking for a machine, I have a 2005 Milli for sale, great machine, would love to send you pictures if you like, I live in Virginia 40 miles SW of Roanoke, I have enjoyed my machine, but it is a time in my life when I have to give up quilting, send me an email if you are interested. I would love to talk with you. jcox@carilionclinic.org

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